3179 Azalea DriveHernando Beach, FL 34607

Description

BUY NOW AND HOMESTEAD Before the House Joint Resolution bill potentially gets voted in by 11/2026! Florida residency must be established by 12/31/2026. Welcome to 3179 Azalea Drive! This move in ready Craftsman-style 3 story beach house sits on approximately 1/3 of an acre of prime waterfront ON A CUL DE SAC with absolutely stunning views of the Gulf of America and indirect Gulf access via boat lift. This home boasts 3 bedrooms with a den that can be used as a 4th bedroom. The open concept recently upgraded gourmet kitchen is well designed and complete with appliances including a Kitchenaid Dual Fuel gas range with griddle and custom pot filler, a farmhouse sink, and a Fisher Paykel dishwasher with drawers. The soapstone countertops are gorgeous and maintenance free. This home is located in an A Flood zone sustaining ZERO flood damage since it was built. The ground floor is open and spacious and it has a portion that is completely enclosed / climate controlled with power, heat, windows, and AC that adds an additional 350sqft of living space to original 1,491. The property is situated on a large pie shaped cul de sac lot with stunning sunset views and minimal foot traffic. Great for a family! New seawall (2025), new AC unit (2024), new 200 amp electrical panel with generator switch (2022) and newer metal roof that's only 10 years old (2016). There are two canals that completely surround the fenced property spanning 215ft of water frontage. In addition, the extended parking space and the covered areas can accommodate a large boat or motor home or both. The yard is a blank canvas with palm trees and the greenhouse is a plus for gardening! The second floor is your main living area complete with an open concept kitchen, dining area, den, full bathroom and laundry room. Extended L-shape decking takes advantage of the sunset views, creating a great space for outdoor dinners and parties. Customized real wood plantation shutters throughout! The 3rd story is complete with a large master bedroom, Jack and Jill full bath, and 2 additional bedrooms and a linen closet. The entire neighborhood is active with friendly neighbors, bike riders, dog walkers, paddleboarders, kayakers and boaters. Golf carts are welcome. Short walk to all the restaurants that have live music almost everyday. Great rental possibilities! No HOA fees! Monthly expenses minimal: $1200 (insurance, property taxes, cable / internet, power (averaged), utilities (averaged), trash service, yard care).

Property Information

Property type

Residential

Sub-type

Single Family Residence

Year built

1981

Living area

1,841 Sq Ft

Lot size

0.30 acres

Ownership

Fee Simple

Zoning

R1B

Days on market

84

MLS^® Listing#

O6423062

Property Features

Interior

Eat-in Kitchen · Open Floorplan · Stone Counters · Vaulted Ceiling(s)

Exterior

Balcony · Garden · Lighting · Outdoor Grill · Rain Gutters

Appliances

Convection Oven · Dishwasher · Dryer · Electric Water Heater · Microwave · Range · Range Hood · Refrigerator · Tankless Water Heater · Washer

Cooling

Central Air

Heating

Central · Electric

Flooring

Carpet

Fireplace

Free Standing · Wood Burning

Laundry

Electric Dryer Hookup · Washer Hookup

Lot features

Waterfront

Construction

HardiPlank Type

Roof

Metal

Utilities

Electricity Connected · Sewer Connected · Water Connected

Sewer

Public Sewer

Water source

Public

Rooms

Schools

Elementary

Winding Waters K8

Middle

Winding Waters K-8

High

Weeki Wachee High School

Financial Details

HOA

None

Annual taxes

$6,228Tax year 2025

Parcel number

R13-223-16-2350-1100-0220

Directions

Drive west on Hermosa Bld. Left to Azalea Drive. You have arrived at your destination.